There are many ways that we can derail our careers. Keeping our focus and doing the simple things right helps to keep us in line with the goals and values of our company. However, we often lose sight of this with our day-to-day routine.
Avoid these 5 common career-killing mistakes and keep yourself moving up the organizational ladder.
Failing to have a plan - Having a roadmap to your own success is a vital step in your career. Not only will it serve as a reminder to keep you on task … [Read more...]

As part of an organization that is called upon for coaching services, we often hear managers say, “He needs to improve his executive presence” or “She has high potential and is a good performer, but her presence could slow down her progression in the company.”
Countless articles are published on executive presence, but it still remains a fuzzy, elusive concept. We can recognize it, especially when it is lacking, but find it difficult to articulate. So, what do bosses mean when they say, “You … [Read more...]

Last week a client called me with a dilemma: “My new company has a Business Casual dress code. There are a lot of people I need to influence. How do I make my appearance appropriate and professional?”
She is not alone in her uncertainty. Wikipedia states “…there is no generally accepted definition of business casual wear. The interpretation of business casual differs widely among organizations and is often a cause of confusion.”
Consider these differing perspectives:
Business is … [Read more...]

Experiencing roadblocks in your career transition or job? Does it seem that doing good work is not good enough? Do you have a lot to offer, but no chance to show it?
As a provider of outplacement and leadership consulting services, we hear these complaints frequently. It may surprise you that one of the most powerful self-branding and career transition management tools is right at your fingertips everyday: your image. Now, before you run from the room screaming, “Aaah, another fashionista … [Read more...]